Dental Implants Periodontist
Near Ahwatukee Foothills, AZ
 Ahwatukee Foothills residents live surrounded by stunning mountain scenery and a strong sense of community — and they expect the same quality in their healthcare providers. Scholes Periodontics & Implants in Chandler, AZ provides expert dental implant placement and comprehensive periodontal care from our office at 595 N Dobson Rd B#34, Chandler, AZ 85224. Our periodontist has placed over 15,000 dental implants since 1992, and we serve patients from Ahwatukee Foothills and throughout the southeastern Valley with the kind of focused, specialist-level care that these procedures demand.
The Ahwatukee Foothills community is known for its outdoor lifestyle — hiking South Mountain trails, spending time at the park, gathering with neighbors. Missing teeth or persistent gum problems can gradually limit your willingness to participate fully in these activities, whether through discomfort, self-consciousness, or declining oral health that affects your overall energy and nutrition. Our practice helps Ahwatukee Foothills patients resolve these issues permanently so they can get back to the life they enjoy.
We dedicate our entire practice to periodontics and implant surgery. Ahwatukee Foothills patients who visit our office are treated by a team that does not divide its attention among general cleanings, fillings, and orthodontics — we concentrate exclusively on the procedures that protect your gums, rebuild your bone, and replace your teeth. If you are ready to explore your options, we encourage you to schedule a consultation at our Chandler office.
Implant and Periodontal Services for the Ahwatukee Foothills Community
Our practice provides every service Ahwatukee Foothills patients need to address tooth loss and gum disease, from initial diagnosis through long-term maintenance. Each treatment plan is built around your specific anatomy, health profile, and personal goals.
 Single tooth implants are the gold standard for individual tooth replacement. A dental implant consists of a titanium post placed into the jawbone, where it integrates permanently through osseointegration, and a custom crown that matches your natural teeth in appearance and function. For Ahwatukee Foothills patients, the result is a tooth replacement that requires no special care — just regular brushing, flossing, and professional cleanings like any natural tooth.
Complete smile restoration is available through our Same-Day Smile procedure. Based on the All-on-4 treatment concept, this approach delivers a full arch of fixed, non-removable teeth supported by four precisely placed implants, often in a single visit. Our periodontist trained on this specific technique through a clinical residency in Lisbon, Portugal, and has performed it extensively. Ahwatukee Foothills residents who currently rely on removable dentures will appreciate the dramatic improvement in stability, chewing ability, and overall comfort.
Periodontal disease management is the other core of our practice. We treat gum disease at every stage, beginning with non-surgical scaling and root planing and progressing to osseous surgery and laser gum treatment for more advanced cases. For Ahwatukee Foothills patients who are noticing receding gums, our gum grafting procedure restores tissue coverage over exposed roots, reducing sensitivity and protecting against decay.
We also offer cosmetic periodontal surgery for patients whose gumline is uneven or shows excessive gum tissue when smiling — sometimes called a “gummy smile.” This procedure reshapes the tissue to create a more balanced, proportionate appearance. Combined with our bone grafting and ridge augmentation capabilities, our practice can address both the health and aesthetics of your smile in one place.
What Ahwatukee Foothills Patients Appreciate About Our Practice
Three decades of exclusive focus on periodontics and implant surgery have given our periodontist a depth of experience that Ahwatukee Foothills patients can rely on for consistent, high-quality outcomes. With over 15,000 implants placed, our practitioner has encountered and resolved virtually every clinical challenge these procedures present, from straightforward cases to the most complex reconstructions.
Our CBCT imaging technology produces three-dimensional views of your jawbone, nerves, and sinuses, enabling our periodontist to plan each procedure with surgical precision. This level of detail reduces operative time, minimizes post-surgical discomfort, and gives Ahwatukee Foothills patients greater confidence in their treatment outcome.
 Our approach to patient relationships reflects the same values that Ahwatukee Foothills residents bring to their own community: honesty, respect, and genuine care. We explain every diagnosis in straightforward terms, present all treatment options without pressure, and answer every question with the detail it deserves. Our patient testimonials frequently highlight the trust and comfort our team inspires.
For Ahwatukee Foothills patients without dental insurance, our membership plan ensures that specialist-level periodontal and implant care remains accessible. We believe that a lack of coverage should never be the reason someone delays treatment for a condition that will only worsen with time.
Traveling from Ahwatukee Foothills to Our Chandler Office
Ahwatukee Foothills sits just west of Chandler, and our office is easily accessible via the Loop 202 or by taking Chandler Boulevard east to Dobson Road. Most Ahwatukee Foothills residents can reach our office at 595 N Dobson Rd B#34, Chandler, AZ 85224 in approximately fifteen to twenty minutes, depending on their starting point within the community.
You can get directions to our office to plan your route. We provide convenient on-site parking, and our weekday schedule includes early-morning appointments beginning at 7:00 a.m. Ahwatukee Foothills residents who want to handle their appointment first thing in the morning will find our hours well-suited to that preference.
Schedule Your Appointment Today
Ahwatukee Foothills residents are welcome to contact Scholes Periodontics & Implants to discuss dental implants, periodontal treatment, or any oral health questions. Call us at (480) 786-0940 or request an appointment online. You can also visit our contact page for additional ways to reach our team. We look forward to serving you and your family.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to drive from Ahwatukee Foothills to your office?
Most Ahwatukee Foothills residents can reach our Chandler office in approximately fifteen to twenty minutes. The Loop 202 and Chandler Boulevard both provide convenient east-bound access to our location at 595 N Dobson Rd B#34, Chandler, AZ 85224.
What is cosmetic periodontal surgery?
Cosmetic periodontal surgery encompasses procedures that improve the appearance of your gumline. This can include reshaping excess gum tissue to correct a gummy smile, evening out an uneven gumline, or performing gum grafts to restore tissue that has receded. The goal is a more balanced, aesthetically pleasing frame for your teeth.
Can gum disease be reversed?
Gingivitis, the earliest stage of gum disease, can often be reversed with professional treatment and improved home care. Once the disease has progressed to periodontitis with bone loss, it cannot be fully reversed, but it can be effectively managed and its progression halted through treatments like scaling and root planing and ongoing periodontal maintenance.
What is the difference between a periodontist and a dentist?
A periodontist is a dentist who has completed an additional two to three years of residency training focused specifically on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease and the placement of dental implants. This advanced training equips periodontists to handle complex cases involving the gums and supporting bone that go beyond the scope of general dental practice.
Will I need bone grafting before getting dental implants?
Not everyone requires bone grafting before implant placement. It depends on the volume and density of your existing jawbone. Our periodontist uses CBCT imaging to assess your bone structure during the consultation and will let you know whether grafting is necessary and, if so, what the process involves.
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